Pepperdine University ยท 5 days ago
Payroll Specialist
Malibu, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$27.88/hr - $30.76/hr
2+ years expPepperdine University is seeking a Payroll Specialist responsible for maintaining payroll systems and processing employee paychecks accurately and confidentially. The role involves processing payrolls, managing discrepancies, and providing training on payroll systems.
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Responsibilities
Processes biweekly and monthly payrolls
Produces off cycle checks, voided checks and bank returns
Reviews timesheets, hours and pay data for accuracy
Determines and reconciles payroll discrepancies
Performs data entry for all payroll transactions and deductions
Manages and processes employee garnishments
Assists with year-end processes
Handles direct deposit data and requests
Maintains proper payroll records and employee personnel files
Writes queries and runs reports to distribute payroll data to University departments and respond to employee payroll inquiries
Supports the Payroll team as needed and helps test systems for upgrades
Offers training and guidance to employees on the use of our timekeeping system and other payroll self-service functions
Engages in continuing education to stay informed of federal and state regulations and ensure payroll compliance
Perform other duties as assigned
Uphold University mission through work performed
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma and two years of college courses with an accounting, finance or business background
Two years of automated payroll experience
Knowledge of payroll industry software tools
Understanding of payroll processing including year-end, terminations and retroactive pay, payroll tax and labor laws
Good analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Windows, Excel and Word
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
A bachelor's degree
Advanced technical payroll training
Experience using PeopleSoft or other Oracle ERP system
Experience with Kronos or ADP Workforce Manager
Benefits
A robust and highly competitive benefits package
Company
Pepperdine University
Pepperdine University is a Christian university committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian values.
501-1000 employees
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Phil Phillips
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Pepperdine University
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Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer
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